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2002 Ford F-150 Reliability Rating
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Engine
Occasional problems with this vehicle are failures of the Idle Air Control Valve (IACV), the Differential Pressure Feedback EGR (DPFE) Sensor, and the Ignition Coils and Boots (4.6L and 5.4L only). The cost to replace the IACV is estimated to be $70.00 for parts and $45.50 for labor. The cost to replace the DPFE Sensor is estimated to be $31.00 for parts and $32.50 for labor. The cost to repair the Ignition Coils and Boots is estimated to be $103.00 for parts and $32.50 for labor for each defective coil. All prices are estimates based on $65.00 per flat rate hour and do not include diagnostic time or any applicable sales tax.
Transmission & Driveline
Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs.
Steering & Suspension
An occasional problem on this vehicle is failure of the Ball Joints. The cost to replace the Ball Joints is estimated at $45.00 each for parts, and $78.00 for 1 Ball Joint, $136.50 for both on one side, and $227.50 for all 4 Ball Joints for labor. All prices are estimates based on $65.00 per flat rate hour and do not include diagnostic time or any applicable sales tax.
Brakes
An occasional problem on this vehicle is the failure of the Antilock Brake System (ABS) Module. The cost to replace the ABS Module is estimated at $275.00 for parts and $65.00 for labor. All prices are estimates based on $65.00 per flat rate hour and do not include diagnostic time or any applicable sales tax.
Heating & Air Conditioning
Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs.
Starting & Charging
Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs.
Accessories
A common problem on this vehicle is failure of the Under Dash Fuse Panel and Generic Electronic Module. This problem may prevent the vehicle from starting. The cost to repair the Fuse Panel and Generic Electronic Module is $313.00 for parts and $97.50 for labor. All prices are estimates based on $65.00 per flat rate hour and do not include diagnostic time or any applicable sales tax.
Overall
4 out of 5
*Repair costs are based on a flat rate of $65.00 per hour and do not include diagnostic time or any applicable sales tax.
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